NYC Custom Window Treatment Services
Custom drapery, shades, upholstery and motorized window treatments, designed, fabricated and installed by our Manhattan workroom.
Our Custom Services
From custom drapery and Roman shades to motorized window treatments and bespoke upholstery, every project is designed around the architecture, furnishings and requirements of the space.
Custom Drapery & Curtains
Custom curtains and drapery fabricated to exact dimensions with premium fabrics, linings, trims and hardware.
Motorized Shades
Motorized roller shades and other automated window treatments designed for seamless integration with smart-home systems.
Roman Shades
Soft-folding Roman shades in flat, cascading and Aventura styles, custom-fabricated with premium fabrics and linings.
Designer Window Treatments
Refined drapery and shade pairings created in collaboration with interior designers and architects for discerning NYC clients.
Drapery Workroom
In-house Manhattan workroom fabrication for pinch pleat, Euro pleat, goblet, ripplefold and inverted box pleat drapery.
Custom Upholstery
Custom sofas, chairs and headboards reupholstered or built from scratch with premium fabrics from our Manhattan workroom.
Furniture Reupholstery
Expert reupholstery for sofas, chairs and heirloom furniture, restoring frames and finishes with premium fabrics from our Manhattan workroom.
Commercial & Hospitality Drapery
Custom drapery and window treatments for hotels, restaurants and commercial spaces, fabricated to meet flame-retardant and hospitality-grade specifications.
Why Rafael Interiors
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Third-Generation Craftsmanship
Three generations of family ownership, with our workroom serving NYC clients since 1987.
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Premium Fabrics & Trusted Hardware
Sourced from Romo, Kravet, Lee Jofa and other premier mills, paired with Lutron and Somfy motorization.
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In-House Manhattan Workroom
Every drapery, shade and upholstery piece is fabricated at our Manhattan workroom, from cutting to final finishing.
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Trusted by NYC's Finest
Trusted by leading NYC hospitality and residential clients, including Cipriani and Chez Margaux, alongside discerning homeowners and designers throughout Manhattan.
Featured NYC Projects
Cipriani 42nd Street — custom drapery installation
80 Clarkson — custom drapery installation
Cipriani 42nd Street — custom drapery installation
Casa Cipriani Spa — custom drapery installation
Our Process
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01 Consultation
We meet in-home or virtually to discuss your vision, measure your space and understand your style and budget.
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02 Measure & Assess
Our team measures your windows and reviews the architecture of your space to plan the ideal treatment.
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03 Design & Material Selection
Choose from premium fabrics, linings, trims and hardware from Romo, Kravet, Lee Jofa and other premier mills.
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04 Custom Fabrication
Drapery is fabricated in-house at our Manhattan workroom in about 3-5 weeks; upholstery and furniture typically take 3-10 weeks depending on scope and motorization. Every piece is inspected before it leaves for installation.
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05 Professional Installation
Our professional installers deliver and install your drapery, shades or furniture throughout NYC and the surrounding area.
NYC Window Treatment Services
Rafael Interiors provides custom window treatments NYC homeowners, interior designers, architects and commercial clients rely on, all designed, fabricated and installed by our Manhattan workroom. We specialize in custom drapery NYC and custom curtains NYC, Roman shades NYC, motorized shades NYC and other automated window treatments, each tailored to the architecture and furnishings of the space.
Design, Fabrication & Installation
Every project begins with a consultation, in-home or virtual, followed by fabric and hardware selection from premium mills including Romo, Kravet, Lee Jofa, Zinc, Mark Alexander, Clarke & Clarke, Fabricut and JF Fabrics. Clients seeking smart-home integration pair our motorized shades with Lutron, Somfy, Hunter Douglas PowerView and Control4.
Custom Upholstery & Commercial Drapery
Beyond luxury window treatments, our drapery workroom NYC produces custom upholstery NYC and furniture reupholstery, rebuilding sofas, chairs and headboards with the same craftsmanship. Commercial drapery NYC clients rely on us for treatments that meet flame-retardant specifications for hotels, restaurants and event spaces.
A Third-Generation Manhattan Workroom
As a third-generation, family-owned business, we have fabricated Manhattan window treatments and upholstery for NYC clients for decades, combining traditional workroom techniques with modern fabrication standards. Whether you need a single custom curtain or a full commercial installation, our in-house team handles every step from design through final installation.
Areas We Serve
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Manhattan
Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Tribeca, SoHo, West Village, Chelsea, Gramercy, Midtown and the Financial District.
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Brooklyn
Park Slope, DUMBO, Brooklyn Heights, Cobble Hill and Williamsburg.
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Queens, Bronx & Staten Island
Custom drapery, shades and upholstery services throughout Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island.
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Tri-State Area
Long Island, Westchester County, Fairfield County Connecticut and Northern New Jersey.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We serve Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island, Long Island, Westchester County, Fairfield County Connecticut and Northern New Jersey.
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Custom drapery typically has a lead time of 3-5 weeks from fabric approval to installation, depending on fabric availability and order complexity.
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Custom upholstery typically takes 6-10 weeks, while furniture reupholstery projects take approximately 3-6 weeks depending on scope.
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Yes, our motorized shades integrate with Lutron, Somfy, Hunter Douglas PowerView, Control4, Crestron, Savant and Amazon Alexa.
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We work with premium mills including Romo, Zinc, Mark Alexander, Kravet, Lee Jofa, Clarke & Clarke, Fabricut and JF Fabrics, along with Vesta and Morgik hardware.
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Yes, we regularly partner with interior designers and architects to create refined drapery and shade pairings for their residential and commercial clients.
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Yes, we fabricate commercial and hospitality drapery for hotels, restaurants and event spaces, including projects for Casa Cipriani, Cipriani locations, Kith Ivy and Chez Margaux.
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Our workroom and showroom are based in Manhattan.
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You can schedule a free consultation by calling (212) 337-3200 or emailing Morris@rafaeldecorators.com.
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We offer custom drapery and curtains, Roman shades, motorized shades, designer window treatments, custom upholstery, furniture reupholstery, drapery workroom fabrication and commercial and hospitality drapery.
Ready to Elevate Your Space?
Meet with our team to discuss custom drapery, shades, upholstery and motorized window treatments for your residential or commercial project.